Carrie's Unit
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Lecture Notes
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This is a brief introduction to Leonardo Da Vinci, Renaissance
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polymath and the creator of the Mona Lisa.
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Readings
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The Mona Lisa is a much
studied painting. There are many views on
the meaning of both the expression and the overall aura of the
piece. This reading discusses some such viewpoints.
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Agora Discussion
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After choosing a portrait, respond to how you interpret the
facial expression and discuss what you think the painter has
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captured.
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Writing Assignment
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After researching the painter of your chosen painting, write
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about how you think the painting reflects what you have
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learned about her or him.
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Quiz One
The quiz is based on the lecture notes and reading for this Unit.

